Title: Awaji Travel Guide: Best of Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Awaji](https://expedia.co.uk/Awaji-Hotels.d6129440.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Awaji](https://expedia.co.uk/Awaji-Holiday-Rentals.d6129440.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Awaji Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Awaji.d6129440.Car-Hire-Guide)[Awaji Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Awaji.d6129440.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Awaji Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![淡路島　夕焼け　Awaji Island　sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129440/4533d8b5-f3e6-482d-b4fd-9ad64fdc5ecd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge,japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129440/b485b240-974f-4a9f-9f1c-36d35f4c3d15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Yumebutai is a conference center, hotel, and memorial designed by Tadao Ando. While Awaji island might not be on the typical tourist path, you could spend hours exploring the grounds of this magnificent place. We enjoyed a picnic lunch on one of the verandas overlooking the "100 squares" of terraced gardens. If you go mid-week, you'll feel like you have the entire place to yourself! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129440/cbbe8fe7-8d14-483f-9960-47015e29ada2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Narcissus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129440/f6f9708a-4491-4a1d-888e-d492ece7d43f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ウェスティンホテル淡路](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129440/d6d26206-de29-4f29-b295-2ba656005354.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Awaji Things to do - Top hotels in Awaji ![Grand Nikko Awaji](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460400/460382/7f9b73c5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Nikko Awaji 2 Yumebutai Awaji Hyogo-ken £169 5 Apr - 6 Apr Stay at this business-friendly resort in Awaji. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews) The top floor view was excellent with both ocean and park view together. The hotel was very clean and staff was very polite and accommodating with our needs. We could walk around the most part of Yumebutai without getting wet when the weather was bad. Please be aware that the hotel store does not ... Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=460382&PinnedHotelID=460382&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129440) ![Kansai Airport Washington Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742800/1742760/feea61de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kansai Airport Washington Hotel 1-7 Rinku Orai-Kita Izumisano Osaka-fu £54 30 Mar - 31 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Izumisano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,302 reviews) We stayed at the hotel after a late night arrival at KIX, before going on to Osaka the next day. The hotel is in an ideal location, just a few minutes by train from the airport and just a few yards from the station in Izumisano. There are lots of restaurants nearby, as well as a market, making it ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=1742760&PinnedHotelID=1742760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129440) ![Odysis Suites Osaka Airport Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91658000/91657957/0ca07b1c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Odysis Suites Osaka Airport Hotel Rinkuoraikita 11 Izumisano Osaka £57 20 Apr - 21 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Izumisano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free airport drop-off. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,621 reviews) Really great hotel. Lovely staff who have upgraded us for our honeymoon. The view was stunning. We could see rinku town ferris wheel in the morning and the river side. The location was great! The room was clean and modern an had everything needed. I would 100000% recommend!! Thank you for a great ... Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=91657957&PinnedHotelID=91657957&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129440) [See all 1,002 properties in Awaji](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6129440) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Awaji hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129440&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Akashi Kaikyo Bridge featuring modern architecture, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102770/28490367-d329-4692-afc9-6752363533df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akashi Kaikyo Bridge See the longest suspension bridge in the world, recognized as one of Japan’s most impressive engineering accomplishments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akashi-Kaikyo-Bridge-Tarumi-Ward.d6102770.Attraction) #### Nizigen Nomori Park Bring the children to Nizigen Nomori Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Awaji. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nizigen-Nomori-Park-Awaji.d553248635946828520.Attraction) #### Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center 5/5(1 review) Learn about the events happening in Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center during your trip to Awaji. Wander the parks and seaside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Awaji-Yumebutai-International-Conference-Center-Awaji.d553248621532771297.Attraction) #### Awaji World Park Onokoro Bring the family to Awaji World Park Onokoro and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Awaji. Wander the seaside or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Awaji-World-Park-Onokoro-Awaji.d6076310.Attraction) #### Izanagi Shrine Izanagi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Awaji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's hot springs and countryside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Izanagi-Shrine-Awaji.d553248621532770341.Attraction) #### Akashi Kaikyo National Gorvernment Park Explore the great outdoors at Akashi Kaikyo National Gorvernment Park, a lovely green space in Awaji. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akashi-Kaikyo-National-Gorvernment-Park-Awaji.d553248621532771299.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Osaka international airport To Osaka/Kyoto one way transfter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50060692/0dc797cb-7969-4416-a744-e9ec29806355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka international airport To Osaka/Kyoto one way transfter £19 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-international-airport-to-osakakyoto-one-way-transfter.a50060692.activity-details) ![Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Gold Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49448124/9dd43855-98a6-4cd7-a206-1e7cb6eace03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Gold Ticket £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/naruto-boruto-shinobi-zato-gold-ticket.a49448124.activity-details) ![Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Naruto Premium Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49439856/9b2d460a-55f7-42a4-8ee3-69f73b5aa920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Naruto Premium Ticket £53 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/naruto-boruto-shinobi-zato-naruto-premium-ticket.a49439856.activity-details) ![Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48868742/7e77d0b1-09f1-4e61-8ba0-698597d7ab66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen £121 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobes-harmony-mountains.a48868742.activity-details) ![TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51538298/42abfc79-4b4b-40d5-8dd6-800c087c240e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nijigen no Mori Day Trip from Osaka with Ticket and Lunch Coupon £126 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nijigen-no-mori-day-trip-from-osaka-with-ticket-and-lunch-coupon.a51538298.activity-details) ![Kobe : Private Custom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47526677/c5ad5e57-0831-4d7a-a7b9-908a2e5902c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible) £98 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobe-private-custom-tour-excursion-to-osaka-kyoto-possible.a47526677.activity-details) [See all activities in Awaji](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Awaji.d6129440.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Awaji ![Kobe Harborland featuring a bay or harbor, modern architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273063/208f6785-8144-4f7f-87cb-469bf4ad8800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kobe ![Japan Himeji castle with light up in sakura cherry blossom season](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048115/88b146b9-49bb-4e59-b467-bf59e8ddbeac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Himeji ![Marble beach in Tajiri cho in Rinku Town, Osaka Prefecture of Japan at sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050842/f7ca8ef3-8a7f-4f08-ad8c-fd9225169cf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Izumisano ![泉南マーブルビーチ、美しい夕日の光が印象的な風景、日本、大阪](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347508/6b0775d2-7bec-4b5b-8554-2370d49b8a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sennan - Cities near Awaji - Places of interest [Kobe](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe.dx6128416)[Himeji](https://expedia.co.uk/Himeji.dx6048115)[Izumisano](https://expedia.co.uk/Izumisano.dx6050842)[Sennan](https://expedia.co.uk/Sennan.dx6347508)[Gunge](https://expedia.co.uk/Gunge.dx3000750261) - [Izanagi Shrine ](https://expedia.co.uk/Izanagi-Shrine-Awaji.d553248621532770341.Attraction) - [Universal Studios Japan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Attraction) - [Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Attraction) - [Arima Onsen ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arima-Onsen-Kita-Ward.d6128418.Attraction) - [Intex Osaka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Intex-Osaka-Suminoe.d6103942.Attraction) - [Himeji Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Himeji-Castle-Himeji.d6102468.Attraction) - [Setonaikai National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Setonaikai-National-Park-Japan.d6006489.Attraction) - [Kidzania Koshien Theme Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kidzania-Koshien-Theme-Park-Kobe.d6246602.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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